Riverside Cottage is a detached thatched period property; beautifully positioned in 5 acres - it sits on a quiet lane on the bank of the River Dever, a tributary of the Test. There is a large private lawned garden including a swimming pool, terrace and view over a paddock with horses. The house has been refurbished but with many of the original features retained. It is bright and spacious as well as cozy.

Wood burning Fires, Central Heating, House Linen ( except towels) crockery/cutlery. Off street ample parking. A housekeeper lives in a private area of grounds. They will have no contact unless requested but will clean after use with a supplement.

Dining:

Seating for 10. Large kitchen table which could take many more than 10 within kitchen conservatory plus ample outside dining too.

Riverside Cottage is a hour away from London off the A303. The beautiful Test Valley around Stockbridge is worth exploring as is Winchester with its famous Cathedral. Salisbury, Romsey and the New Forest are all in reach within 30 minutes drive. Southampton and the Hamble are within 20 minutes drive away.

Riverside Cottage is in a little Hamlet called Bransbury but close to the village of Barton Stacey with a Beautiful Church, Post Office, Pub and Shop.

Riverside Cottage is off the A303 going west. From the M25 ( or if coming from London you can go straight to the M3) take M3 to junction 8 - the A303.

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Guestbook comments:

"thank
you so much what a beautiful house - my children loved the garden and
climbing frame. My husband and I loved the peace and space." - Juliet

"we
will come again - we celebrated my dad's 70th birthday and it was the
first time in a long time that the whole family got together -
fantastic." - the Sumner family

"We spent two nights at the cottage as guests on our way to Cornwall - it was beautiful and so peaceful, and the room comfortable. We will recommend the Cottage to anyone. " - John and Alice Clampett

"This
was our third visit - because so many of our family live abroad, when
they come over we like to all be together and Riverside Cottage makes
such a wonderful setting. " - London

"Thank you for letting us use your beautiful setting for our sons 21st party - it all worked out so well and the marquee in the field was a superb location. We enjoyed the quiet retreat of the house while looking party revelers." - B Stacey